One Flew over the Cabernet - August 10, 11, 17 & 31st

Thespians in the Vineyard!

Join us at Muse Winery for one of the remaining performances of ...

One Flew Over the Cabernet

This year's production takes place in an insane asylum, where the inmates all believe that they are fairy tale characters.  When a new patient, a Sleeping Princess, is admitted and is awakened by the doctor, things get crazy...
Check out the YouTube for a bit of a preview of their Opening Night performance.

Tickets will be $25 for all performances.  Saturdays are 7:30 pm curtain, Sundays at 3 pm

Our Special Island Harvest Table will be offered for dinner for the Saturday evening performances with sitting available from 5 to 6:30 pm.  Please call 250-656-2552 to reserve.  You'll find the menu details on our website calendar

Choose from the Bistro Menu for lunch or a plate to share before the Matinee performances.  Please reserve ahead.    Call 250-656-2552 or email


Evening performances are August 10th,  August 17th- SOLD OUT  and August 31st

Matinee is August 11th only

Don't miss out on this unique experience of outdoor theatre at Muse Winery.

Mother's Day Musings

 Mother's Day Musings  ~ May 12th

A delectable menu has been fashioned to make this an extraordinary Mother's Day treat at Muse Winery!
Make sure to reserve early so your Mother will be included in this wonderful feast!

At $32/per person including GST, $16 for children, your pocketbook will be happy, your taste buds astonished and your Mom delighted that you found our charming little vineyard ambiance to surprise her with.  

Have a peak at the MENU and reserve ahead at 250-656-2552 or email 

While the Bistro staff take care of your taste buds, we have the inspiring, refreshing work of Wendy Picken for your eyes.  Her work created in her own Mango Smile Studios is on exhibition for the month of May in the Bacchus Room.  

Bistro Muse opens this week - May 9th Thursdays to Sunday 11 am to 4 pm.  We're looking forward to another wonderful season of fine wine, great food, art, theatre and music!  Join us soon.

Christmas in a Box - Performance Art at Muse

Christmas in a Box   Friday Dec. 21st - 7 pm at Muse Winery

An evening of fun, lively entertainment, poetry, music and art being created before your eyes!  Join us at Muse Winery for this very special evening with Heather Burns, Carla Funk, Rose Cowles and special guest Joey Smith and Paul O'Brien.

The show combines music, painting and poetry, and showcases each of these artists, as well as accompanying band members.  In a spirit of spontaneity, improvisation and play, Funk, Burns and Cowles merge the rhythms and textures of their artistic genres into an event that is new with every performance.  Throughout the show, Funk weaves spoken word with the music, sometimes bringing words to the silences between songs, and other times reading poems while the musicians improvise. On one side of the stage, Cowles begins with a large blank canvas, and, inspired by the words and music performed throughout the show, fills it with lush colour and images.  

Audiences agree that each performance is an engaging mosaic of the visual, musical, and literary arts.  Its uniquely collaborative spirit creates a space where the audience feels as much a part of the show as the performers.  Entirely entertaining for all, and leaves you feeling sorry the show has ended.  

“Christmas in the Box”....was a unique experience that brought a sense of peace and joy in a season where it can be hard to find such moments. The music was fun and familiar and a relief from canned carols, the stories and poems ignited your imagination until you felt like you were sitting by a crackling fire in a classic Christmas card...and  the art was unfolding before your eyes like a present being slowly unwrapped  to your utter delight. I can't wait for next year.

 ­­-- Jo-Ann Roberts - Host, All Points West  CBC Radio One

We'll have Christmas treats and a cash bar

and a Craft sale table for Student Mexico Missions

Tickets are $15/student/child

$17.50 Adult or $20 at the door

Call Muse Winery for tickets- 250-656-2552 or email jane@musewinery.ca

or Heather Burns 250-216-5623 or email heather@heatherburns.ca

We look forward to seeing you!

SPCC Seasonal Mixer & Fundraiser

Come Celebrate Children & The Spirit of the Holidays

Seasonal Mixer & Fundraiser

Hosted by the Saanich Peninsula Chamber of Commerce

Thurs. December 6th  5-7 pm

Shell Aerocentre
1962 Canso Road, North Saanich

Please join friends and colleagues and help make this Holiday special by supporting the Secret Santa’s’ Toys for Tots campaign. 

$30.00 per person for Holiday Treats & for proceeds to purchase toys

Hors D’oeuvres provided by Stonestreet Cafe & Catering &  Cash Wine Bar by Muse Winery.

Our thanks to the VIH Aviation Group (Shell Aerocentre) for sponsoring the event location

at 1962 Canso Road, North Saanich - Free Parking

Can’t make it?

No worries. Bring an unwrapped toy or sponsor in advance.

Toys and sponsorship accepted at the SPCC office located at 209 – 2453 Beacon Avenue, Sidney.

RSVP to Karina at the SPCC before December 6th.

Call:

250 - 656 - 3616 or email: info@peninsulachamber.ca Receipts issued for sponsorships of $30 or more.

M. Morgan Warren at Muse- November 3rd & 4th

M. Morgan Warren at  Muse Winery

November 3rd & 4th

12 to 8 pm both days

"The Poetry of Birds" is the title of M. Morgan Warren's newest exhibition at  Muse Winery.  We invite you to come and enjoy Morgan's new selection of originals, remarques, limited edition giclees and cards

together with her new 2013 calendar, "The Poetry of Birds".

 The latter combines some of her best-loved paintings with her insightful writing to give us a new and interesting perspective on each species.

Refreshments will be served.

www.morganwarren.com

Saanich Peninsula Studio Tour-Oct 20-21, 2012

The Saanich Peninsula Studio Tour is on this coming weekend, October 20-21st.  The tour hours are 11 am to 4 pm, but the winery will remain open until our regular 5 pm.  Muse Winery is listed as Studio #19 on the map and we'll have plenty of maps on hand in case you want to make us a start point to pick up a copy.

We'll have Barry Tate with us at the winery for the tour.  Barry brings a huge portfolio of acrylic & giclee paintings and prints.  His style is eclectic Westcoast, so there is something for everyone. Barry lives on Piers Island and has been showing at the winery for about 15 years now.  Where does the time go!

We have 2 new artists to the winery this year, first is Sandra Fowler.  Sandra is the first LEED AP qualified artist in Canada. Sandra produces glass works for both architectural installation and free standing sculptures. Bringing the unusual into the commonplace allows people to enjoy beauty while understanding the benefits of energy from the sun &

photovoltaic sculptures.  Check out her website for details on the process.   www.sandrafowlerpvartstudio.com

Last but not least is Don Bastian, wood carver, furniture maker, "that wood guy in Sidney"!

www.donbastian.com

Check out his website for a look at what he has to offer! He even makes Wine boxes- we think those are quite fitting for a bottle of Muse Winery Grand Dame Rouge! 

 

We look forward to seeing you out the for tour and rumour has it the sun will come out again by then.

 The Tasting Room will be open 11 am to 5 pm both days.

Summer Garden Fete

Sunday June 24th

377 Wain Rd., North Saanich, BC

1-4 pm

An afternoon of art, music & Muse Wines in Sandra & Phoebe Noble's beautiful gardens. 

This event is a fundraiser for the North Saanich Food for the Future Society and the North Saanich Farm Market.

Muse new releases,
Brad Prevedoros on guitar and work by a number of artists including Paul Harder, Judy McLaren, Heather Goulet, Stephanie Steele and Jo Hardfield displayed throughout the gardens. 

Don't miss this lovely afternoon in these beautiful gardens, and did we mention strawberries...
For more information visit   www.northsaanichfarmmarket.ca

Tickets $25, $20 for NSFF Society members.  Tickets available at North Saanich Farm Market, Russell Nursery, Dig This- Sidney location. 
No host bar, provided by Muse Winery.  www.musewinery.ca

Eine Kleine in the Vineyard

June 26th - 7:30 pm

The EK Summer Music Series ends June 26th, with the last concert at Muse Winery.  Here's a recent interview with Laura Backstrom
http://uvic.dailysplice.com/WomenonAir/7765/

Listening to these talented musicians in the relaxed and magical setting of the vineyard is an experience not to be missed. 


On June 26th enjoy performances by Keith MacLeod, clarinet; Jennifer Gunter, bassoon; Steve Denroche, horn; Nancy DiNova, violin; Kenji Fuse, viola; Laura Backstrom, cello and Bruce Meikle, bass.  They will be playing Beethoven Septet in E flat major, Op.20 and Mendelssohn String Quartet in F minor.
For full concert series details please visit their website at http://www.eksm.ca/
Muse Tickets are $27 per  person. To purchase tickets call 250-413-3134 or a downloadable pdf will soon be available on their website with a ticket order form. 

A CD recorded recently this winter in the Bacchus Room at the winery will be available for sale at the concerts as well.

Don't miss out on this last chance for EKSM at Muse Winery.

Mother's Day at Muse

Mother's Day at Muse Winery

Sunday May 13th


For those who have waited over a long and cold winter for the reappearance of the sun and the reopening of Bistro Muse, Mother's Day is a perfect way to celebrate your Mother and enjoy a relaxing afternoon of nibbling and noshing through the Island Harvest buffet, prepared specially by Bistro Muse.  

We hope you'll think of Muse and the intimate and friendly atmosphere that will charm your Mom. 


We have full menu details on the website
www.musewinery.ca/MothersDayMenu.htm

From baskets of fresh baked muffins, crab bisque, Ortega Citrus Salmon, or Vegetarian Lasagna, the list goes on!  As always, with intimate, seating is limited so be sure to reserve right away. 

Reserve by email to jane@musewinery.ca or call the winery at 250-656-2552

Adults $32, Children under 12- $16  Price includes HST

Spring Celebration at Muse Winery

Sat. May 5th 12-4 pm

We can feel the warmth when the sun shines now and we are ready to celebrate the Opening of New Season at Muse Winery.

Join us at the winery for this celebration of Spring and the launch of a new season at Muse.  This tastebud extravaganza pairs scrumptious Bistro Bites with wonderful Muse Wines.  Tickets at the door - $1 per bite or sip.   Tell your friends the party is on at Muse!  Live entertainment provided by the fabulous duo of Edie DaPonte and John MacArthur.

Mark the calendar...Saturday May 5th...12 to 4 pm!  You don't want to miss this special Season Opener tasting/pairing deal!  It only happens once a year.

See you there
Muse Winery -11195 Chalet Road, N. Saanich, BC  T-250-656-2552  http://www.musewinery.ca/

Muse Opening for the Season

Muse Winery welcomes you as we open for the 2012 season, tomorrow- Thursday April 5th!

In April the Tasting Room and Wine Shop will be open Thursday  to Sunday from noon to 5 pm.  

Bistro Muse will re-open in May, but if you've got a group that would like to come for a food tasting/pairing with wines, just give us some advance notice and we can make arrangements for you.

 We look forward to seeing you all again and as we write this blog the sun is shining recalling lovely sunny afternoons on the Vineyard Terrace.  Maybe the Easter Bunny will bring us a warm and sunny Spring!

Think of Muse when out of town visitors arrive for a taste of Vancouver Island wine and ambiance! 

WIVA - Spring Tasting at the Empress

March 30th - 4th Annual Wine Islands Spring Tasting

 5:30pm - 8:00pm

Join us at the Crystal Ballroom in the Fairmont Empress Hotel at 721 Government Street for the 4th Annual Wine Islands Spring Tasting!
Meet over 22 participating winemakers, cider makers, mead makers and distillers of Vancouver Island and the surrounding Gulf Islands for an evening of discovery and fun. 
Muse Winery will be there and we look forward to meeting old friends and introducing our wines to new ones.  Bring them all out-it's a great evening!

Tickets are $25 plus HST and are available online at http://www.wineislands.ca/ or from:
Spinnakers Wine Shops in James Bay and Vic West
Hillside Liquor Store - 3201 Shelbourne St.
Vintage Spirits by the Rialto Hotel - 653 Pandora Ave.
Cascadia Liquor Store - Quadra Village and Colwood
The Strath Liquor Store - 919 Douglas St.
Tuscany Liquor Store - 1660 McKenzie Ave.
Beverly Corners LRS Market Place - 102 - 2755 Beverly St. Duncan

Ramblin Rose for Valentine's Day

We think that our Rose is the perfect Valentine's Day wine!  Her pink label speaks of love, her flavours of raspberries, strawberries and melons are a perfect romantic combination and she pairs with so well with anything spicy, or quite frankly...enjoyed au natural!  At only $15/bottle at our Wine Shop that leaves plenty for Thai takeout, or ribs on the BBQ...
This Rose has no thorns!
Happy Valentine's Day from Muse Winery

Check our Buy Wines pages to find out where you can buy our wines close to you.

Savour at Sips- November 30th

November 30th - Sips Artisan Bistro ~ 425 Simcoe St. in James Bay

Muse wines will be featured at Sips on Wednesday November 30th!

Just $45/person

Don't miss out on a fun, fabulous evening featuring.  We'll be introducing 5 fabulous wines that will be paired with 5 delicious dishes by Sips resident chef Genevieve Laplante, all with Live Music too. 

If you've never experienced "Sips" before this would be the perfect evening for your first try...and it won't be your last.

Only 30 tickets left for this delightful evening that begins at 6:30 pm. 

Give them a call to reserve 250.590.3519

http://www.spinnakers.com/sips-bistro

Muse on the Road

We're really excited about two fantastic eateries in Victoria choosing Muse Wines to pair with their fabulous fare. 

Sunday November 20th- Oak Bay Bistro on Oak Bay Avenue pairing up Muse Wines and infusing them into their Sunday Dinner special. 

The 3 course dinner is $30 per person, wine is not included.

Dinner is served from 5 to 9 pm and reservations are recommended.

Visit their website at http://www.oakbaybistro.ca/ or call 250-598-1441

On November 30th - Sips Artisan Bistro ~ 425 Simcoe St. in James Bay

Muse Wines will be featured at Sips for this  delightful evening that begins at 6:30 pm.

Sips will pair 5 scrumptous plates with 5 Muse Wine Sips all for $45 with live music too!

On 35 tickets for this event so call Sips early to reserve at 250-590-3519.

Nov. 5th & 6th - Morgan Warren at Muse Winery

M. Morgan Warren fills the Bacchus Room this weekend with beautiful works in watercolours, sketches, limited edition prints, giclees and seasonal cards.

Inspired by a recent visit to her native land, the theme for this show is "Memories of a Welsh Christmas".  Meet Morgan who will be at the Muse Winery from 12 noon until 8 pm, both Saturday and Sunday.

Refreshments will be served.  http://www.morganwarren.com/

ArtSea Festival - Barry Tate at Muse Winery

October 20th to 23rd -  ArtSea Festival

Barry Tate will be painting on site at the Winery and have a full display of his work in the Bacchus Room in conjunction with the ArtSea Festival this year.  Barry is an internationally recognized acrylic and watercolor artist living on one of Canada's beautiful Gulf Islands just north of Victoria, British Columbia near Vancouver Island.  Noted for his unique interpretive style and bold use of color, Barry paints west coast scenes, farm paintings and koi fish / feng shui art. His online gallery showcases his original paintings, giclée prints and commissioned works of art, as well as his shows and workshops.

Meet Barry and watch the paints fly from 11 am to 5 pm each day.  You can check out Barry's website to view more of his work at http://www.barrytate.com/

The Tasting Room will be open of course!

CRUSH- Inn at Laurel Point Today

October 16th- Inn at Laurel Point 

Crush
A Fine Wine Affair
Sunday, October 16, 2011
5 – 8 pm
Inn at Laurel Point
680 Montreal Street

Look for Muse Winery at Crush, a luscious gathering of fine people, fine food and fine wine in support of the Belfry Theatre. Enjoy tasting wines from some of BC’s best wineries and savour sumptuous food pairings, created specially by Executive Chef Takashi Ito.  We expect it to be a fabulous fun evening!

The evening will culminate with a Fine Wine Auction of rare and hard to find bottles of wine from around the world. This offering of exceptional wines includes something for everyone.  For more information and tickets you can check the website at www.belfry.bc.ca/crush-2011 but don't delay- it happens tonight!

Meet the Artist and the Muse at the Sidney Fine Art Show

The 2011 Sidney Fine Art Show takes place at the Mary Winspear Centre in beautiful Sidney by the Sea from Friday October 14th through Sunday October 16th and promises to continue a tradition of showcasing excellence.
Show hours are from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm Friday and Saturday and 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Sunday. There will be artist demonstrations every day.
Wines from Muse Winery will be there on Saturday October 16th from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm for “Meet the Artists” night with more artist demonstrations, nibbles and a no-host wine bar.

Join us at the Mary Winspear Centre in Sidney to enjoy the 384 wonderful pieces of art, chosen from the 1250 works submitted to the jury.

Troy Townsin - Winery Dogs & The CBC on Wine

BC’S  Winery Dogs are Back!

The 2012 Winery Dogs of BC calendars have just been released with more than 30 photos of dogs that live at BC wineries. The wall calendars are put together by local author and CBC’s Time for Wine columnist Troy Townsin. Partial proceeds from the sale of each calendar are donated to the BCSPCA. You'll find the Muse dogs in the calendar-our poster girls!

 “When you are out visiting these world class wineries a big part of the experience is the interaction with the people and, of course, the dogs who live and work at each winery. In fact because the calendars feature dogs who actually live at the wineries it is possible to plan a whole wine tour based solely around the dogs you would like to meet!” Townsin says, adding “The calendars are perfect as a gift for someone who couldn’t make the wine tour or as a memento for someone who did, or of course, they are also great for someone like me who just happens to like both wine and dogs! “

In previous years the calendars have sold out well before Christmas. They retail at $14.95 in stores and are available online at www.polyglotpublishing.com. They are also available at participating wineries throughout the province of BC, and at numerous VQA and private BC wine stores.

 

CBC Time for Wine – Tuesdays at 4.50 beginning 11 Oct 2011 on CBC 1.

The provinces only radio column dedicated solely to the promotion of BC Wine is back this Fall with an in-depth look at the wines from Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands. Columnist Troy Townsin joins host Jo-Ann Roberts each week as they taste their way through the Wine Islands.  First up will be the wines of Victoria and the Saanich Peninsula and then each week they will work their way north.